Show Notes for This Special Edition of The Modern Federalist

Episode Overview In this special edition of The Modern Federalist, host Charlton Allen returns after a brief hiatus, explaining the recent gap between episodes. Charlton shares personal updates, noting the health challenges some family members have been facing, which required his time and attention. He also introduces an exciting new project, The American Salient, which he’s been developing behind the scenes. Visit The American Salient homepage for the latest updates and content.

Segment Highlights

1. New Project Announcement Kicking off the episode, Charlton reveals the launch of The American Salient, a conservative news and opinion site designed to bring thoughtful analysis and critical issues into sharper focus. For an in-depth introduction to the project and its mission, check out the article "Welcome to The American Salient."

2. Harvard Law Professor’s Troubling Take on Free Speech Charlton discusses his recent article, "Harvard Law Professor’s Free Speech Argument is Sheer Balderdash," which takes aim at comments from a prominent Harvard Law professor on free speech and academic freedom. This segment delves into the implications of academia’s increasingly narrow view on free inquiry and what it means for the future of open discourse on college campuses.

3. The Biden-Harris Administration’s Dangerous Delusions about Hamas and Israel Charlton analyzes the Biden-Harris administration's reaction to the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, arguing that their response reflects a dangerously misguided stance on Israel’s defense against Hamas. Read more in "The Biden-Harris Administration’s Dangerous Delusions About Israel’s War Against Hamas," where Charlton critiques their narrative and explores the broader ramifications for America’s foreign policy and national security.

Epilogue

Charlton wraps up with a call to vigilance, invoking John Adams’s warning: “Liberty once lost is lost forever.” He encourages listeners to make The American Salient their trusted source for accountability-driven news and reminds them that preserving liberty requires us to stand firm on the principles of limited government and individual freedom.